Processes that create value
What’s the difference between a strategic plan and a business plan?
Why would a nonprofit organization need a business plan?
Is there any real value in developing a strategic plan, or is it just “a good thing to do?”
The process of creating strategic and business plans creates prepared minds, clear priorities and a shared vision of success; all of which are invaluable assets for strengthening impact and sustainability. A plan doesn’t produce anything. It’s the process of planning that matters.
Strategic planning is all about the big picture and the big questions and business planning is typically focused on a specific product or service and involves thinking through the details.
Regardless of the type of plan, MissionWise’s processes are never cookie-cutter, but rather focused on the needs, opportunities and strengths of each organization. The end result is actionable plans and a motivated and prepared staff.
Investigate
Do you need a plan? Are you ready to plan? MissionWise offers low-risk, cost-effective packages to consider the value of planning, the appropriate approach for your organization and the right time.
- Explore Package – Will a plan help increase our impact and sustainability?
- Are We Ready? Package – Do we have what it takes for a successful planning process?
Prepare
The process of creating strategic and business plans varies by organization, as does MissionWise’s role in the process. We can provide kick-off and simple external perspective and guidance to keep the process moving, facilitate every step of the process, or something in-between.
- Smart Start Package – When basic guidance is all that’s needed.
- Plan Wise Package – A comprehensive, facilitated planning process aligned to your goals.
Launch & Sustain
The days of a plan gathering dust on a shelf are over. Business and strategic plans are organic documents, evolving and adjusting to the changing world. MissionWise consultants provide experienced outside perspective, skilled facilitation and coaching to help ensure the plan stays alive and integrated into the board and staff operations.
- Integration Package – External facilitation and support integrating organizational strategies and business approaches into the very fabric of the organizational operations.
Custom Offerings
Is it overwhelming to even consider a planning process with your staff and board? Need something else? We’ll help sort out the issues so you can take the next steps that are right for you.
